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Allflex ISO Compatible RFID Stick Reader

With Integral Battery Pack and LCD Readout

Model Series RS320-V2

User Manual

(Revision B – June 2006 / Software V5.07+)

Preparing for Use

Unpacking

The Allflex RS320-V2 Stick Reader is shipped in a box with this instruction guide,

one 9.6 VDC NiMH rechargeable battery pack, AC Adapter/Charger, Power/Data

Cable and Configurator® software diskette. Information contained in this guide

pertains to installing the Battery Pack, connecting and using the Power/Data Cable,

setting configuration options using Configurator®, and operating the Reader. In

order to proceed, it is necessary first to charge fully the Battery Pack as described on

page 2 of this guide, and to have an assortment of ISO transponders (electronic

identification eartags) available for performance and configuration verification.

Stick Reader User Interface

Figure 1 below illustrates the Stick Reader’s features that comprise the user interface

and that are pertinent to its operation. Each feature and its corresponding functional

description is described in Table 1.

Figure 1 - Stick Reader Features and User Interface

Table 1 - Stick Reader Features and Descriptions of Use

Feature Description of Use

Antenna

Emits activation signal and receives transponder signal

Red LED Indicator Illuminates whenever antenna is emitting activation signal

Green LED Indicator Illuminates whenever a transponder has been read

Audible Beeper

Beeps once on first transponder reading and twice for repeat

Read Button Applies power and activates exciter signal for reading transponder

Data/Power Cable Conveys power to Reader and serial data to and from Reader

DB9 Connector w/

DC Power Jack

Connects serial data to PC or data logger RS232 port

Accepts 6 to 12 VDC input as Reader power source

Fiberglass Tube Rugged, watertight enclosure

Screw-on Endcap Provides access to battery compartment

Handle Grip Rubber anti-slip gripping surface

Cable Connector Electrical interface for attaching Data/Power Cable

Item is internal to enclosure and cannot be seen

Power Source Requirements

The RS320-V2 Stick Reader contains a rechargeable and removable 9.6 VDC NiMH

Battery Pack, which serves as its primary power source. The RS320-V2 can also be

powered from its external AC Adapter/Charger, or from any external DC power

source rated between 9 VDC and 12 VDC with at least 1 ampere current capability.

Internal 9.6 VDC Battery Pack - Prior to operating the RS320-V2 Stick Reader

from its integral Battery Pack, the Battery Pack must be charged. This can be

accomplished by either of two methods: (1) install the Battery Pack into the Stick

Reader, attach the Data/Power Cable, and connect the AC Adapter to the DC input

jack located on the DB9 connector, or (2) install the Battery Pack into the Allflex

Model AK320 Fast Charger.

Note 1 - Battery Pack charging using the AC Adapter/Charger applies a slow-

charge, which requires approximately 12 hours to complete. During this slow-

charge cycle, the Stick Reader can be simultaneously operated from the AC

Adapter. The AK320 Fast Charger provides 2 hour charging of up to 3 Battery

Packs, simultaneously.

Note 2 - The RS320-V2 Stick Reader is designed to operate only with the

Battery Pack provided. The RS320-V2 will not operate with individual battery

cells of either disposable or rechargeable variety.

AC Adapter - The RS320-V2 Stick Reader can be powered using its AC

Adapter/Charger regardless of the charge state of the Battery Pack. The AC Adapter

can be used as a power source even if the Battery Pack has been removed from the

Stick Reader. If the AC Adapter has been connected, the user may proceed with

configuration and performance testing while the Battery Pack is charging.

Other External DC Power Sources - The Stick Reader can be powered external

DC power sources, such as 12 VDC vehicle batteries, or from the Allflex

PW50/PW250 series Battery Pack units that are used with RS250 type Stick Readers.

External DC power sources can be connected through either the DB9 connector pins

Summary of content (11 pages)

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Allflex ISO Compatible RFID Stick Reader With Integral Battery Pack and LCD Readout Model Series RS320-V2 Table 1 - Stick Reader Features and Descriptions of Use Feature Description of Use Antenna 1 Red LED Indicator Green LED Indicator Audible Beeper 1 Read Button Data/Power Cable DB9 Connector w/ DC Power Jack Fiberglass Tube Screw-on Endcap Handle Grip Cable Connector User Manual (Revision B – June 2006 / Software V5.
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9 (+) and 5(-), or by using the 2.5mm coaxial jack located on the DB9 connector (center conductor negative). i Note 3 - Certain weigh scales and other equipment to which the Stick Reader can be attached provide DC power on pin 9 of the DB9 interface connector. Such DC power sources are acceptable as long as the voltage is between 9 and 12 volts DC, and are capable of providing at least 1.0 ampere continuous current. Pin 5 of the DB9 connector is ground.
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Note 13 - The Tag Counter feature on the LCD readout can be reset to zero at any time by double clicking the Read button, and observing the LCD’s enunciation “Reset Counter?”. Pressing the Read button again once while this enunciation is on the LCD will force the Tag Counter to reset to the value “0000”. Resetting the Tag Counter does not alter the ID codes previously read and stored in the Stick Reader’s internal memory.
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7 6 Read Range Performance Figure 2 illustrates the read zone of the Stick Reader, within which tags can be successfully detected and read. Optimum read distance occurs when the tag antenna is aligned with the Stick Reader’s antenna as shown. When the tag is at the end of the Stick Reader, optimum read distance coincides with a coaxial orientation of the antennas, and when the tag is adjacent to the Stick Reader, optimum read distance coincides with a planar orientation of the antennas.
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9 8 Each ID code is followed by a {CR}{LF} (carriage return/line feed) which will cause each ID code to appear on a separate line of a PC display. Figure 2 - Stick Reader Power Jack and Data Connector Wiring Diagram 2 Note 18 - The Stick Reader contains a Configurator® option that automatically inserts a null identification code in memory whenever the Tag Counter is reset (see Notes 13, 14, and 15).
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11 Using Configurator® to Select Stick Reader Options 10 The TIRIS S2000 output format has become a de facto standard for many users, and appends the reserved field and data block bits contained in the ISO coded eartag to the Stick Reader’s default format, causing the ID code information to appear in the format: LA_00000_0_982_000001088420{CR}{LF} This output is easily configured using either the Configurator® utility, or by issuing the Command “BE40239” to the Stick Reader (See Serial Command Language on
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12 Figure 4 - Configurator® Window 13 Near the bottom of the screen is a box labeled “Tag Read”, and this box displays the ID code information that is sent from the Stick Reader when a tag is read. This box is useful in confirming the format and appearance of the serial data after setting the options contained in the ID Code Format box. After making changes to ID Code Format options, the user can read sample tags and see if the resulting data format is that which is desired.
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15 Retrieving ID Codes Stored in the Stick Reader’s Memory The RS320-V2 Stick Reader has internal memory capacity that will store up to 1638 ID codes. Retrieving these ID codes can be accomplished using the Serial Command Language “G” command. The format in which the ID codes appear are determined by the user’s configuration settings, as is described in Stick Reader Configuration Options on pages 10-13.
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17 Optional RS320-V2 Stick Reader Accessories 16 Table 5 - Default Configuration Options Option Default Configuration Behavior Operational Settings Beep Mode Reader beeps twice on duplicate reading Power-On Read Reader powers up in idle condition Wireless Sync Reader does not synchronize to other active readers Read Time Momentary Read button press activates reader for 3 sec.
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18 Field Strength: 19 Allflex Worldwide Sales Offices: SPECIFICATIONS GENERAL RFID Compatibility: Form Factor: User Interface: RS232 Serial Port: Serial Data Format Memory: User Options: Power/Data Interface: Battery Power: AC Adapter: Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Certifications: ISO 11784 & 11785 HDX and FDX-B Portable Handheld Fiberglass Tube Enclosure w/Rubber Handle Grip Single “Press to Read” Activation Button Red LED “Exciter Active” Visual Indicator Audible Beeper and Green LED “Good Read
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